Senior Estimator - Drywall & Steel Framing Leader

The Berg Group; Pflugerville (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

Job summary

The Berg Group in Pflugerville, TX is seeking a Senior Estimator to develop project budgets by projecting materials, labor, equipment, and other costs for bids. The role requires strong financial acumen and construction knowledge.

You will review plans, perform takeoffs, ensure bids address all risks, and collaborate with the estimating team and chief estimator to optimize margins. Travel up to 20% is expected to coordinate with subs and clients.

Qualifications

• A high degree of financial acumen.
• Proven ability to communicate openly with internal and external clients.
• Strong organizational skills; attention to detail.
• Basic presentation skills to represent information in a group setting.
• Ability to read and comprehend complex construction documents (blueprints).
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong work ethic.
• Problem-solving mindset.
• Technology savvy.
• Strong computer skills; proficient in MS Excel, MS Word, and MS Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Review the weekly bid list to ensure the team bids on right opportunities and prioritize Berg Group’s preferred clients.
• Review plans and specs to develop a bid including materials, labor, equipment, and other expenses.
• Accurately take-off blueprints to define scope and stay competitive.
• Review bid scope and instructions to ensure proposals are complete and risks are addressed.
• Adhere to bid review process and adjust bids as needed.
• Collaborate with Chief Estimator on bid margins and margins adjustments.

Skills

Financial acumen

Communication

Organizational skills

Presentation skills

Blueprint reading

Multi-tasking

Work ethic

Problem solving

Technology savv y

MS Excel

MS Word

MS Outlook

Education

Technical Degree

Bachelor’s degree or pursuing in Construction Management or similar

Tools

BlueBeam

Adobe Acrobat

Plan Grid

Plexxis

Job description

The Berg Group in Pflugerville, TX is seeking a Senior Estimator to develop project budgets by projecting materials, labor, equipment, and other costs for bids. The role requires strong financial acumen and construction knowledge.

You will review plans, perform takeoffs, ensure bids address all risks, and collaborate with the estimating team and chief estimator to optimize margins. Travel up to 20% is expected to coordinate with subs and clients.